Soothing Vanilla Chia Pudding with Almond Butter
A creamy, low-acid evening bowl featuring chia seeds, unsweetened almond milk, and rich almond butter. Designed to be gentle on your stomach while keeping late-night digestion smooth and comfortable.
Prep
5 min
Cook
0 min
Total
25 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Amanda + Lila
Amanda created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthDigestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Comfortably satisfied
Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Comfort before bed
Finish the evening satisfied, not stuffed
A well-portioned evening meal can help you avoid going to bed hungry. Notice which timing and portion feel most comfortable for you.
Notice: dinner timing + comfort
Setup
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Prep
5 min
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Total
25 min
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Time saver
Make a double batch the night before so you have a quick snack ready when relaxing in the evening.
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- 1Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 2Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
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Ingredients
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Instructions
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Next: Add 2 tbsp of chia seeds
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Add 2 tbsp of chia seeds
In a small jar or bowl, add 2 tbsp of chia seeds, 0.75 cup (180ml) of unsweetened almond milk, and 0.5 tsp of vanilla extract.
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Stir thoroughly with a fork for 1…
Stir thoroughly with a fork for 1 minute to break up any clumps of seeds.
Allow: 1 minute
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Let the mixture sit at room temperature…
Let the mixture sit at room temperature for 5 minutes, then stir once more to ensure even distribution.
Allow: 5 minutes
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Cover the bowl and place it in…
Cover the bowl and place it in the refrigerator to set for at least 20 minutes (or overnight) until thick and pudding-like.
Look for: thick and pudding-like
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Spoon 1 tbsp of almond butter over…
Spoon 1 tbsp of almond butter over the chilled pudding and sprinkle with 1 tbsp of pumpkin seeds before serving.
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